Weekly News Brief: 11/29/23

Directors of U.S. and Israeli Intelligence Agencies Meet in Qatar

On Tuesday, the Director of the US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), William Burns, and Israel’s Mossad Chief, David Barnea, held discussions with Qatar’s senior officials in Qatar’s capital, Doha.

All 41 Construction Workers Freed In India

All 41 construction workers who became trapped in a tunnel in northern India after a landslide on 12 November have been rescued, officials say.

Hungary Condemned Over Sovereignty Law

The human rights commissioner of the Council of Europe (CoE) has condemned Hungary’s planned sovereignty law that could lead to the jailing of journalists, dissidents, and others “threatening national sovereignty” or “serving foreign interests.”

Latest World News Headlines

Germany: Antisemitic Incidents Increased by 320% Since Oct. 7 Hamas Attack on Israel – November 28, 2023

IAEA Fails to Adopt Resolution on Iran’s Nuclear Program Amid Fears of Escalating Middle East Conflict – November 27, 2023

Damascus Airport Experiences Operational Disruption Again Following Alleged Bombing by Israel Shortly After Resuming Services – November 27, 2023

Ballistic missiles fired from Houthi-controlled Yemen at USS Mason rescuing ‘Israel-linked’ tanker – November 27, 2023

US Navy Stops Gunmen’s Attempt to Hijack Israel-Linked Tanker off Yemen – November 26, 2023

Third Tanker Linked to Israel Seized off Yemen – November 26, 2023

Ukraine Remembers Famine as Russian Drones Threaten Supplies (Worthy News Radio) – November 26, 2023

Chinese Hospitals Struggle with Surge in Child Pneumonia Cases, Alarming WHO – November 26, 2023

Kyiv Facing ‘Largest Russian Drone Attack’ In War  – November 25, 2023

NATO Members Ill-Prepared To Fight Russia – November 24, 2023

Breaking Israel News

EU and Arab Nations Agree Two-State Solution to Israeli-Palestinian Conflict is Required After War in Gaza Has Ended

The European Union and the heads of a number of Arab states agreed on Monday that the Israeli-Palestinian conflict should be resolved through a two-state solution, with EU foreign affairs chief Josep Borrell adding that the Palestinian Authority should rule the Gaza Strip once the Hamas terror group has been removed from power there, Reuters reports.

US Tells Israel to Avoid “Significant” Displacement of Palestinians in Southern Gaza Once Military Operations Resume

The US has informed Israel that if it resumes its ground offensive to dismantle Hamas in Gaza, it must operate with greater precision to avoid “significant further displacement” of Palestinian civilians in the southern part of the Strip, the Associated Press reports.

Israel Says Dozen Hostages Released

Israel said Tuesday that Hamas had released 12 more hostages, including 10 Israeli citizens and two Thai nationals.

Latest Israel News Headlines

Musk’s Starlink is Coming to Israel – November 28, 2023

US Sends Humanitarian Aid to Gaza, Warns Israel to Let Aid Enter Even After Ceasefire – November 28, 2023

Hamas Violates Ceasefire; Israeli Jets Scrambled Over Gaza – November 28, 2023

11 Released Israeli Hostages On Way To Israel – November 27, 2023

Sunday’s Hostage Release Frees 17 Individuals, Including 14 Israelis and 3 Foreign Nationals – November 26, 2023

Hamas Using Hostage Exchange Deals to Employ “Psychological Warfare” in Separating Families – November 26, 2023

Tel Aviv Rally Calling for the Releases of All Hostages Draws Over 100,000 – November 26, 2023

Breaking U.S. News

House Overwhelming Passes Resolutions Recognizing Israel’s Right to Exist and Demands Hamas Release Hostages

The House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed two measures: one affirming Israel’s right to exist and the other demanding that Hamas, a designated terrorist organization by the U.S., release the remaining hostages from the deadly massacre in Israel on Nov. 7, known in Israel as the “Black Sabbath.”

Biden Sends Email to 813K Borrowers on Student Loan Forgiveness

Approximately 813,000 student loan borrowers received an email from President Joe Biden, informing them of their debt forgiveness due to his actions, the White House said on Tuesday.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

Moody’s Dims Credit Outlook for U.S. Federal Government – November 29, 2023

Judge Rejects Nevada Ballot Initiative Seeking to Codify Abortion – November 29, 2023

Trump Pursues Proof of Election Fraud in Federal Criminal Case – November 28, 2023

Biden’s Failed Immigration Policy Projected to Cost Taxpayers $451 Billion Annually – November 28, 2023

Idaho Petitions Supreme Court to Block Lower Court’s Ruling Against Pro-Life Law – November 27, 2023

Over 2,500 NYPD Officers Abruptly Resign – November 27, 2023

US Government Secretly Collecting Trillion Phone Records – November 26, 2023

Breaking Christian News

Pakistan: Islamist Murders Christian Man After Claiming to Hate Jews and Christians

A young Christian man in Punjab, Pakistan, was murdered earlier this month by a Muslim neighbor whose historically violent behavior and claimed hatred of Christians and Jews worsened after the Oct. 7 attack on Israel by the Hamas Palestinian terror group, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports. 

Nigeria: Kano State Islamic Police Threaten to Kill 5 Christian Girls Because “Israel is Killing Our Sisters in Gaza”

Five Christian girls in Nigeria’s Kano state were recently violently harassed by Islamic police who blocked them from going to church and who threatened they might kill them, saying: “Israel is killing our sisters in Gaza,” International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.

Latest Christian News Headlines

Major Watchdog Group Says Chinese Church Is Not In Decline, Despite Pew Report to the Contrary – November 28, 2023

Nigeria Church Leaders Killed; Grieving Christians Ask Prayers – November 28, 2023

UK: Christian Professor Fired from Bible College Over Social Media Post Against Homosexuality – November 28, 2023

Belarus Pentecostals Appeal Against Liquidation – November 27, 2023

Arizona: Street Evangelist Showing Signs of Recovery After Shooting Attack, “We’re Never Going to Stop Outreaching and Sharing the Gospel” – November 27, 2023

Christian Schoolboy Escapes From Muslim Kidnappers In Nigeria – November 27, 2023

India: Uttar Pradesh Pastor Arrested, Detained for Allegedly Converting Hindus to Christianity – November 23, 2023

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UN Chief: ‘Link Bank Accounts To IDs Globally’

The United Nations secretary general wants to introduce a worldwide digital identity document (ID) system linked to individuals’ bank accounts.

Hungary Receives Ukrainian POWs Sparking Outcry

The arrival of 11 Ukrainian prisoners of war in Hungary freed by Russia in a church-mediated deal without Ukraine’s knowledge has led to tensions between Kyiv and Budapest.

Beijing and Havana in talks about joint military base in northern Cuba

China and Cuba are in talks over building a joint military training facility in northern Cuba that could lead to Beijing having permanently stationed troops close to the United States, thus also expanding the scope for espionage activity, the Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday. The facility would be located just 100 miles from the US mainland.

Latest World News Headlines

Russia hopes to sign free trade agreement with Iran by end of year – June 20, 2023

Titanic Submarine Goes Missing; Rescue Launched – June 19, 2023

Austria Foils Islamist Attack Against Pride Parade – June 19, 2023

Pakistan Mourns Migrant Shipwreck Deaths As Greece Prosecutes Smugglers – June 19, 2023

Israeli Scientists create synthetic human embryos from stem cells, without an egg or sperm – June 19, 2023

U.S. sends F-22 fighters to Middle East amid ‘unsafe’ Russian behavior in Syria – June 19, 2023

Russia Confirms First Tactical Nuclear Weapons in Belarus (Worthy News Radio) – June 18, 2023

Breaking Israel News

Israel Kills Islamic Jihad Terrorists in Fiery Jenin Raid; Media Fails to Report the Full Facts

The Israeli military launched a counter-terrorism raid in the West Bank city of Jenin on Sunday to arrest terrorists planning deadly attacks against civilians in Israel.

Germany to pay $1.4 billion to Holocaust survivors next year, “this suffering is still being felt deeply”

Continuing its commitment to making reparations for the Holocaust, Germany is set to pay $1.4 billion in 2024 to fund welfare programs and one-time direct compensation payments to survivors, USA Today reports. 

Latest Israel News Headlines

Netanyahu says Israel opposes nuclear ‘mini-agreements’ with Iran – June 19, 2023

Israel unveils first-ever hypersonic missile interceptor – June 19, 2023

Saudi Arabia demands own nuclear program in exchange for ties with Israel – June 19, 2023

Netanyahu: US Pushing for ‘Small’ Iran Nuclear Deal, State Dept Denies – June 15, 2023

Breaking U.S. News

Federal judge strikes down Arkansas ban on transgender treatments for minors

A federal judge on Tuesday struck down Arkansas’s ban on transgender-related treatments for minors, including hormone treatments, puberty blockers, or sex reassignment surgeries.

SCOTUS punts on Christian college’s challenge to Biden transgender housing directive

The Supreme Court on Tuesday opted against hearing a Christian college’s challenge to a Biden administration rule that it says infringed on its policy of separating its residence halls by biological sex.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

Hunter Biden Pleads Guilty In Deal To Avoid Jail – June 20, 2023

Biden Admin Misses Deadline to Reveal Intelligence Findings on COVID-19 Origins – June 20, 2023

John Durham to Testify on Capitol Hill This Week – June 19, 2023

Vietnam Whistleblower Daniel Ellsberg Dies At 92 – June 19, 2023

Gross national debt hits $32 trillion for first time in U.S. history – June 19, 2023

Iowa Supreme Court blocks six-week abortion ban – June 19, 2023

Federal judge blocks much of Indiana’s ban on gender-transition care for minors – June 19, 2023

Breaking Christian News

Nigeria: Fulani murder 46 Christians in Benue state, “the whole land is thrown into wailing and mourning”

Nigeria’s government came under renewed fire for doing nothing to end the ongoing jihadist slaughter of Christians in the country after Fulani jihadist herdsmen murdered 46 Christians in Benue state earlier this month, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. Islamic jihadists have murdered well over 50,000 Christians in Nigeria since 2009, killing 5,014 last year alone.

Freed US Missionary ‘In Hell’ During Captivity

An evangelical American missionary recently freed after more than six years of captivity by Islamic extremists said Monday he had endured hell in part because he refused to convert to Islam.

Christian Teaching Assistant Wins Appeal Against Sacking Over Transgender Views

A Christian teaching assistant who lost her job in England after publicly opposing transgender books in primary schools has won an appeal in a case seen as crucial for “freedom of belief and freedom of expression,” her advocates told Worthy News.

Latest Christian News Headlines

Indonesian Mayor Opens His Office For Church After Muslim Protests – June 18, 2023

Islamists Kill Dozens of Students In Uganda – June 18, 2023

Indonesia: Muslim protesters prevent church from holding services in rented room – June 15, 2023

Nigeria: Fulani terrorists murder 21 people, including a pastor, in coordinated attacks in Plateau state – June 13, 2023

Manipur, India: Hindu extremists are committing “genocide” against Christians in tribal conflict, Christian leader says – June 13, 2023

Evangelicals have brought racial reconciliation into sharper focus since police killing of George Floyd – June 12, 2023

Artificial Intelligence Leads Church Service In Germany – June 12, 2023

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NATO to hold largest ever European air drills over Germany

Germany is set to host NATO’s largest air force deployment over Europe in the alliance’s history, officials said on Wednesday.

Blinken visits Saudi Arabia to expand Abraham Accords

Three years after the signing of the Abraham Accords, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday on a mission to steady Washington’s relationship with Riyadh after Biden’s insulting 2021 election statements, ongoing oil disagreements, and disputes on Iran policy.

Flooding Threatens Tens of Thousands in Ukraine (Worthy News Radio)

Kyiv pleaded for international help on Wednesday as tens of thousands of people were at risk of drowning following the collapse of a gigantic dam in a Russian-occupied region of southern Ukraine.

Latest World News Headlines

French Pension Reform Protesters Storm Olympic Headquarters – June 7, 2023

US and Israel outraged as Iran elected rapporteur to UN international security committee, “UN has reached a new low” – June 6, 2023

Kyiv Says Russia ‘Blew Up Dam’ As Thousands Flee Flooding (Worthy News Radio) – June 6, 2023

Turkish Re-elected President Hopes To Tackle Economic Crisis – June 6, 2023

Russia Says It Prevented Ukraine Offensive Killing 250 Troops – June 6, 2023

Iran to reopen embassy in Saudi Arabia following years of severed diplomatic ties – June 5, 2023

Serbia Soul Searching After Rally Over Shootings – June 5, 2023

Breaking Israel News

Ministers’ hawkish posture suggests Netanyahu would have votes to strike Iran

If Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant present the Diplomatic-Security Cabinet with a plan to strike Iran, it would pass by a large majority, unlike the situation 10 years ago, when Netanyahu and then-Defense Minister Ehud Barak could not get such support in that forum.

Israel conducts first drone air taxi test

Israel carried out its first drone air taxi test this week, as part of a new initiative to relieve traffic congestion on the roads, i24News reports. This week’s test involved 11 drone companies, and represents the first time Israel has tried drone technology for the purpose of operating taxis.

Latest Israel News Headlines

Israel and Egypt reaffirm commitment to peace and security after border killings – June 6, 2023

The Israelis set for new Jewish temple on Al-Aqsa site – June 6, 2023

Iran unveils hypersonic missile it says can reach Israel in 400 seconds – June 6, 2023

IDF attacked secret Iranian weapon factories in Syria – June 5, 2023

Breaking U.S. News

Biden vetoes measure halting student debt relief

President Joe Biden on Wednesday vetoed a plan to cancel his student debt relief plan.

Louisiana House approves ban on gender treatments for minors

The Louisiana state House on Wednesday approved a ban on gender-related treatments for minors by a veto-proof margin.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

Bipartisan resolution introduced to Congress calling for recognition of Semele Massacre/Assyrian Genocide of 1933 – June 7, 2023

Federal judge blocks Florida ban on medicalized gender transition for children – June 6, 2023

House to Charge FBI Director with Contempt if Unclassified ‘Biden’ Doc Not Handed Over – June 6, 2023

Ex-VP Mike Pence Enters US Presidential Race – June 5, 2023

Utah school district bans KJV Bible in lower schools for “vulgarity and violence” – June 5, 2023

Sonic Boom Over Washington D.C. Caused By Jets Intercepting Plane – June 5, 2023

Biden orders 20-year ban on oil, gas drilling to protect New Mexico tribal sites – June 5, 2023

Breaking Christian News

South Sudan: Christian leaders urgently call for peace following abduction of Bishop

Christian leaders in South Sudan have issued urgent calls for peace after the Bishop of Morobo and his driver survived a violent abduction by armed insurgents on Monday, Christian Today (CT) reports. The kidnappers claimed to be members of the National Salvation Front, a militant group opposed to the South Sudanese government.

Nigeria: 43 more Christians murdered in Nasarawa state, “Where is the outcry? Where is effective action?”

As the genocidal slaughter of Christians in Nigeria continues, Fulani Islamic jihadists murdered 43 Christians, including a pastor and his wife, in Nasarawa state last month, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports. 

Christians in Syria at risk of “genocidal” attacks from NATO member Turkey

Christians in Syria continue to face “genocidal” attacks not only from jihadists inside the country but also from Islamist-affiliated, NATO member Turkey, Algemeiner reports.

Latest Christian News Headlines

Fewer Protestant churchgoers now engaged with fostering or adoption than five years ago, poll shows – June 1, 2023

Pakistan: Young Christian man sentenced to death for blasphemy, “Our faith in Christ has not waivered” – May 31, 2023

Nigeria: 50 members of Plateau Baptist Convention murdered by jihadists – May 30, 2023

Indonesia: Muslim extremists disrupt two church services; “If a church is seen to spreading the gospel, they soon run into opposition” – May 30, 2023

Nigeria Christians Fear New Muslim President And Muslim VP (Worthy News-Focus) – May 30, 2023

North Korea: Two-year old boy sentenced to life in prison after parents found with Bible – May 30, 2023

Burkina Faso: 15 more civilians slaughtered as jihadist insurrection continues – May 30, 2023

Breaking World News from this Week- 3/1/23

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‘Ukraine To Join NATO In Long-Term”; Clashes Intensify

The secretary general of NATO effectively warned Moscow on Monday that Ukraine would become a military alliance member in the “long term” as frontline clashes intensified and Kyiv’s military hit targets deep inside Russia.

US Treasury Secretary Yellen In Ukraine After Deadly Drone Strike

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen arrived in Kyiv to reaffirm U.S. support for Ukraine’s struggle against Russia’s invasion, hours after deadly drone strikes in Ukraine and a counterattack against a Russian warplane.

Trains Collide In Greece; Dozens Killed

Authorities say at least 32 people have been killed and 85 injured in northern Greece after two trains collided.

Latest World News Headlines

UN atomic agency confirms Iran has enriched uranium close to weapons grade – March 1, 2023

Ukraine Open For Chinese Peace Plan, But Confusion Remains (Worthy News Radio) – February 27, 2023

Nigeria Presidential Elections Clouded By Chaos – February 27, 2023

Britain and EU agree deal on Northern Ireland – February 27, 2023

Hungary Reluctant To Expand NATO – February 27, 2023

US Intel. ‘Coronavirus Leaked From Wuhan Lab’ (Worthy News Analysis) – February 27, 2023

Chinese COVID Lab Leak Debate Resurges After New Report Drops – February 26, 2023

Breaking Israel News

American Citizen Killed in Jericho Area Terror Attack as Judea, Samaria Violence Expands

Palestinian terrorists killed an Israeli-American citizen in another deadly attack Monday on a main highway near the city of Jericho. The killing came on the same day that the family of two murdered brothers from a Jewish community in Samaria buried their sons at Jerusalem’s Mt. Herzl Cemetery.

Protesters launch nationwide ‘day of disruption’ against justice overhaul

The protest movement against the government’s justice overhaul plan was set to escalate its tactics on Wednesday in a “national day of disruption.”

Latest Israel News Headlines

Papua New Guinea will open embassy in Jerusalem – February 27, 2023

UN Security Council to hold 3rd emergency meet on West Bank violence since new gov’t – February 27, 2023

Israel’s coalition set to pass Override Law in Knesset this week – February 26, 2023

In escalation, 21 arrested at 100,000-strong Tel Aviv anti-judicial reform rally – February 26, 2023

Breaking U.S. News

Number of Americans identifying as LGBT has doubled in last decade, poll shows

A new Gallup poll shows that the percentage of Americans identifying as LGBT has doubled in the last 10 years, the Christian Post reports. Released on Wednesday last week, the poll was based on responses from 10,700 American adults in 2022.

Pro-life activists ‘unlawfully arrested’ for protesting fetal organ harvesting outside San Francisco hospital By Ryan Foley, Christian Post Reporter

Pro-life activists say they were unlawfully arrested for handing out flyers outside a San Francisco hospital they believe is using aborted babies’ remains in fetal tissue research.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

White House orders TikTok off government devices within 30 days – February 27, 2023

Two Days After Buttigieg Visit, Biden Admin Halts Removal of Toxic Waste From East Palestine – February 27, 2023

California faces more blizzards, floods in multistate storm – February 26, 2023

Neo-Nazi Groups Organizing Antisemitic ‘National Day of Hate,’ Police Warn – February 24, 2023

US housing market has lost $2.3 trillion in value from its peak as home prices tumble – February 24, 2023

House GOP announces bills to guard against government censorship – February 23, 2023

U.S. government got $400 million in vaccine royalties from Moderna, company says – February 23, 2023

Breaking Christian News

Ancient Biblical city of Antioch was devastated in Turkey earthquake

The ancient Turkish city of Antioch, where the Bible says followers of Jesus were first called Christians, has been devastated by the catastrophic 7.8-magnitude earthquake which hit Turkey and Syria on February 6 and killed 42,000 people, the Christian Post (CP) reports.

Uganda: Forty Christian children rescued after abduction by Islamist, “we thank God”

Forty Christian children in Uganda have been rescued after being kidnapped by Islamists who may have planned to sell them to a militant group in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Morning Star News (MSN) reports. The children’s abduction is one of many documented examples of the intense persecution of Christians in Uganda.

Latest Christian News Headlines

US Christian University Ending 24/7 ‘Revival Worship’ On Campus As ‘Fire’ Spreads (Worthy News In-Depth) – February 23, 2023

Mozambique: Christians increasingly vulnerable to Islamic State terror – February 23, 2023

Iran: Two Christians pardoned and released from prison – February 23, 2023

Nigeria Christians Face Cash Crisis Ahead Of Elections (Worthy News In-Depth) – February 23, 2023

News from this Week 11/9/22

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U.S. Talks With Russia Over Nuclear Escalation (Worthy News Radio)

The United States says it has talked with high-level Russian officials to prevent the armed conflict in Ukraine from escalating into nuclear warfare. Tuesday’s announcement comes after Ukraine said it would not negotiate with Russian President Vladimir Putin following reports that Washington asked Kyiv to signal it is open to peace.

Massive Outages As Kyiv Fears More Russian Strikes (Worthy News Radio)

Authorities urged residents in Ukraine’s capital to make plans to leave after the president warned of more Russian air strikes that could cut off Kyiv’s power supplies.

19 Killed In Tanzania’s Worst Plane Crash In Decades

At least 19 people died when a passenger plane crashed into Lake Victoria in Tanzania on Sunday as it approached the airport, the country’s prime minister said.

Latest World News Headlines

Major conflict with China ‘is coming,’ outgoing Strategic Command chief warns – November 8, 2022Russia Says US ‘Lowering Nuclear Threshold’ With New Atomic Bomb (Worthy News In-Depth) – November 8, 2022Thousands Surround Hungary’s TV Complex – November 8, 2022Dutch Police Intervene In ‘Conspiracy Protest’ – November 8, 2022Ukraine: ‘Russia looting Kherson homes ahead of battle’ – November 8, 2022North Korea Says Missile Launches Were ‘Simulated Strikes’ On U.S., South Korea – November 6, 2022Green Activists Storm Amsterdam Airport; ‘Medical Flight Endangered’ – November 6, 2022

Breaking Israel News

Mysterious strikes in Syria hit fuel convoy from Iraq; Iranians killed

Late night airstrikes in eastern Syria along the border with Iraq targeted Iran-backed militiamen, inflicting casualties, Syrian opposition activists said Wednesday. According to two paramilitary officers in Iraq, some of those killed in the attack were Iranian nationals.

Israel joins Mideast nations, including Iraq, Lebanon, to agree on climate action

Israel’s environmental protection minister attended a regional meeting Tuesday alongside Iraqi and Lebanese leaders at the global climate conference taking place in Egypt, the minister’s office said, where the group pledged to work together to tackle climate change.

Latest Israel News Headlines

Abraham Accords’ lasting impact may be eventual peace between Israel and Saudis: ex-ambassador – November 8, 2022Major new gas deposit discovered off Israeli coast – November 7, 2022Netanyahu starts coalition negotiations with bloc leaders – November 6, 2022IDF to hold a military exercise in northern Israel – November 6, 2022

Breaking U.S. News

Republicans Seek To Take Congress As Christians Pray

U.S. Senate incumbents, including Democratic leader Chuck Schumer and senior Republican John Thune, won re-election in Tuesday’s U.S. midterm elections during heightened political and social turmoil.

Abortion-Related Ballot Measures: A Disheartening Night For Pro-Life Americans

While abortion was indirectly on the ballot for many voters across the nation in Tuesday’s midterm election, it was also the subject of specific ballot measures in five states – with results disappointing for pro-lifers.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

Nail-biter: Control of Senate hangs in the balance – November 9, 2022Less than a third of Americans believe Bible should determine right and wrong – November 8, 2022Attacks on pro-life centers far outnumber those on abortion clinics, report shows – November 8, 2022Republicans, Democrats File Over 100 Lawsuits in Run-up to Midterms – November 8, 2022Biden: ‘Give Me Two More Democrats in the Senate and…We’re Going to Codify Roe v. Wade’ – November 8, 2022DOJ will monitor polls in 24 states to ensure voting law compliance – November 7, 2022Judge blocks New York’s ban on carrying guns in places of worship – November 6, 2022

Breaking Christian News

Jailed Canadian Pastor acquitted of breaching COVID-19 restrictions on church services

A pastor in Canada who was jailed for breaching COVID-19 restrictions on in-person worship services was acquitted this week of charges that he violated public health orders, the Christian Post (CP) reports.

Indonesia: Two government officials sign Islamist petition to block church building, violation of Indonesian constitution

In an apparent violation of Indonesia’s constitutional protection of religious freedom, two local officials in Java Island joined forces with Islamist organizations to block the construction of a Christian church building, the Christian Post (CP) reports.

Church of England Evangelicals reject Bishop’s proposal to allow blessing of same-sex marriages

Church of England Evangelicals have rejected a theological essay published by the Bishop of Oxford which argues Anglican clergy should be able to bless and marry same-sex couples if they choose, the Christian Post (CP) reports. The Church of England does not allow the blessing of civil partnerships or the marrying of same-sex couples.

Latest Christian News Headlines

Nigeria: Islamic militants murder 15 Christians, including community leaders, in Plateau state – November 8, 2022India: Off-duty police officer among Hindu mob attacking Christian prayer meeting – November 8, 2022Hungary’s Premier Awarded For Supporting Persecuted Christians – November 3, 2022Two Christians suddenly released from jail after convictions for leading churches – November 3, 2022US Christian organization delivers 225,000 children’s Bibles to North Macedonia – November 2, 2022Nigeria: Slaughter of Christians continues – November 1, 2022

News from this Week 11/3/22

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north korea missile test worthy christian newsNorth Korea Fires Missiles Toward South

North Korea has fired at least 23 missiles toward South Korea, the most ever in a single day, prompting the South to launch its rockets while issuing rare air raid warnings.

China condemns deployment of US B-52s to Australia

China has condemned reported US plans to deploy as many as six B-52 bombers to northern Australia as part of a plan to build maintenance facilities and parking places for the bombers at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, the Washington Times reports.

US forces now on the ground in Ukraine

U.S. military personnel are now on the ground in Ukraine, keeping track of and inspecting weapons the U.S. has shipped to Ukrainian forces, a senior defense official announced during a Pentagon background briefing on Monday. These U.S. personnel are some of the first the Pentagon has acknowledged have entered Ukraine since Russia launched its large scale invasion of the country in February.

Latest World News Headlines

US, Saudi Arabia: ‘Iran Attacks Imminent’ – November 2, 2022

Germany registered 5 antisemitic incidents a day in first half of 2022 – November 1, 2022

Ukraine ships wartime record amount of grain – November 1, 2022

Kyiv: ‘Massive Russian Missile Strikes Hit Ukraine’ (Worthy News Radio) – November 1, 2022

Iran plans public trials for 1,000 protesters in Tehran – October 31, 2022

Russia launches fresh wave of strikes on Kyiv, targeting critical infrastructure – October 31, 2022

U.S. to send B-52 bombers to Australia amid China tensions – October 31, 2022

Breaking Israel News

Benjamin Netanyahu faces balancing act after Israel election comeback

Netanyahu has pledged to build on the achievement of his last term in office, the Abraham Accords with the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain, that opened the way for a possible normalization of relations with other Arab countries.

‘Israel’s Ex-PM Netanyahu Wins Elections’

Israel’s controversial ex-Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his right-wing allies have won 61 seats, enough to form a majority in the 120-seat Knesset, Israel’s Parliament, election exit polls showed Tuesday.

Latest Israel News Headlines

UN General Assembly votes Israel must renounce possession of its nuclear weapons – November 1, 2022

Netanyahu eyes comeback on eve of Israel election – October 31, 2022

Israel, Bahrain hope to sign free trade deal by year’s end – October 31, 2022

Final polls before Nov. 1 elections show Netanyahu’s bloc just shy of parliamentary majority – October 30, 2022

Breaking U.S. News

US Due To Roll Out Digital ID Despite Worries (Worthy News In-Depth)

The United States edged closer to rolling out a digital identity document system for its more than 337 million citizens despite concerns it will lead to more control by the government and other institutions, Worthy News established Thursday.

Florida’s new election crimes office flags left-wing, ballot-harvesting operation in Orlando

Florida’s newly created Office of Election Crimes and Security is requesting a criminal investigation into charges of ballot harvesting in Orlando, a Democratic stronghold in the critical swing state.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

U.S. Interest Rates Rise Amid Soaring Inflation – November 2, 2022

Fed Reserve expected to announce fourth consecutive interest rate hike – November 2, 2022

Pennsylvania Supreme Court rules incorrectly dated mail-in ballots cannot be counted – November 2, 2022

Supreme Court Takes up Affirmative Action – November 1, 2022

The Government Is Set To Spend More On Debt Payments Than The Entire Defense Budget – November 1, 2022

Supreme Court blocks House from Trump’s taxes, for now – November 1, 2022

Biden floats taxing oil companies amid rising energy prices – October 31, 2022

Breaking Christian News

US Christian organization delivers 225,000 children’s Bibles to North Macedonia

A Texas-based Christian organization has this year delivered 225,000 Children and Teen Bibles to North Macedonia, an eastern European country that was part of the former communist federation of Yugoslavia and where Bibles are still hard to come by.

Nigeria: Slaughter of Christians continues

The slaughter of Christians in Nigeria has seen no let-up as suspected Fulani herdsmen and other Islamic militant terrorists killed 12 mainly women, children, and elderly Christians during attacks in Benue state last month, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.

Uganda: Evangelists attacked after leading Muslims to Christ, “We need your prayers all the time”

Islamist extremists in eastern Uganda attacked two evangelists with knives earlier this month after the Christians led local Muslims to Christ, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.

Latest Christian News Headlines

US Missionaries Rush ‘Heat and Hope’ To Ukraine As Missiles Hit (Worthy News Radio) – November 1, 2022

Hong Kong: Christian Pastor the first clergy to be imprisoned under new security laws – October 31, 2022

Sri Lanka: Authorities order churches to close – October 31, 2022

Oldest Known Map of the Stars Found Hidden Under Christian Text – October 31, 2022

Bishops Discuss Peace As War Rages – October 30, 2022

‘Clear Victory for Freedom of Speech and Religion’: Franklin Graham Wins in Court – October 27, 2022

Mainline Protestant church adds ‘nonbinary/genderqueer’ to official membership statistics – October 27, 2022

News from this Week 10/26/22

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Germany’s president in Kyiv amid strikes and prisoners setback for US

A Russian court on Tuesday rejected an appeal by U.S. basketball star Brittney Griner against her nine-year prison sentence for possession and smuggling of drugs. The announcement raised the prospects of a prisoners swap between Russia and the United States, which had condemned the ruling as tensions rise over the war in Ukraine. Amid the standoff, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier went to Kyiv for his first trip to Ukraine since Russia invaded amid new Russian air strikes.

Russia Tells UN It Would View ‘Dirty Bomb’ Attack in Ukraine As ‘Nuclear Terrorism’

Doubling down on allegations that Kyiv plans to detonate a “dirty bomb” and blame it on Russia, Moscow has requested a U.N. Security Council meeting on Tuesday.

Russia and Syria agree to restore ancient Arch of Ba’al temple

Syria and Russia have signed an agreement to restore Syria’s Arch of Triumph, an ancient monument that stood at the entrance to a largely destroyed temple used for the worship of Ba’al in the ancient city of Palmyra, Israel365 reports.

Latest World News Headlines

Al-Shabaab Islamic terrorists attack second hotel in Somalia – October 25, 2022

UK to restrict gender-affirming treatment to children; US says access to transgender treatment for children should be advanced – October 25, 2022

US Army Near Ukraine After Nuclear Threats – October 25, 2022

Rishi Sunak Britain’s New Prime Minister But Challenges Ahead – October 24, 2022

G7 Condemns Russia’s Kidnapping of Nuclear Plant Leadership – October 24, 2022

Hungary’s PM ‘Flees’ Budapest Amid Protests – October 24, 2022

Europe Worried After Cuts To Undersea Cables (Worthy News In-Depth) – October 23, 2022

Breaking Israel News

Hezbollah: For every Israeli strike in Syria, we’ll attack US forces in the country

Several strikes against American forces in Syria were reported by Syrian Telegram channels and other media in October, according to a report by MEMRI’s Jihad and Terrorism Threat Monitor (JTTM).

Israel: IDF Raid Kills Chief of Lion’s Den Terrorist Group, Destroys Bomb Factory

Israeli security forces conducted an overnight raid in the West Bank city of Nablus, destroying an explosives manufacturing site belonging to the Lion’s Den terrorist group.

Latest Israel News Headlines

Israeli strike in Syria targeted Hezbollah unit and drone production, report says – October 24, 2022

Israeli officials claim to have destroyed 90% of Iran’s military operations in Syria – October 24, 2022

Syria Intercepts Israeli Missiles – October 23, 2022

Ukraine officially asks Israel for Iron Dome, Iron Beam, other defense tech – October 20, 2022

Breaking U.S. News

Border Patrol Encountered 98 on Terrorist Watchlist Crossing U.S.-Mexico Border Between Ports of Entry in FY2022

The U.S. Border Patrol encountered 98 foreign nationals on the terrorist watchlist who were crossing the U.S.-Mexico border between the ports of entry in fiscal 2022, according to newly released data from U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Pro-life activists ordered to pay $2.4M to Planned Parenthood for undercover investigation

An appeals court panel has ruled that David Daleiden and other pro-life activists must pay a $2.4 million judgment to Planned Parenthood Federation of America for carrying out an undercover investigation and secretly filming abortion providers discussing the harvesting of babies’ body parts.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

Florida schools required to provide bathrooms based on biological sex under new rule – October 25, 2022

Justice Department Charges 13 Over Chinese Espionage Operations In U.S. – October 24, 2022

Record SW Border Encounters: 2,378,944 in FY 2022 – October 24, 2022

Over half of Americans believe national government is responsible for producing change, poll says – October 24, 2022

US House Committee Subpoenas Ex-President Trump – October 24, 2022

US Deficit Soars Thanks to Biden’s Student Debt Forgiveness – October 23, 2022

California court rules in favor of Christian baker who refused to bake cake for lesbian wedding – October 23, 2022

Breaking Christian News

Islamic Militants Kill Scores Of Nigeria Christians

Islamic Fulani herdsmen have killed scores of Christians in a village in central Nigeria after murdering and injuring more than 100 other believers the previous week, Christians said Tuesday.

Nigeria: Gunmen attack church, kill woman and her daughter

Suspected Islamic extremist gunmen stormed a church during Sunday service in Nigeria’s Kogi state earlier this month, killing a woman and her young daughter who were in attendance, the Christian Post reports.

New study shows positive link between religion and mental health

A major new study has shown that religion can help foster good mental health in young people, Christian Today reports. The study was conducted by the Springtide Research Institute and apparently confirms decades of previous research showing a positive link between religion and mental health.

Latest Christian News Headlines

Nigeria: Terrorists attack Pastor’s home as relentless Christian persecution continues – October 24, 2022

China Christians Worried After President Xi’s Re-Election – October 24, 2022

Thousands Of Chad Christians Face Starvation – October 24, 2022

Dozens Killed In Chad Protests – October 21, 2022

Iran Christians Freed From Troubled Evin Prison – October 19, 2022

Iran: Concerns raised for Christian couple jailed in harsh prison for house church activity – October 19, 2022

Several Killed In Nigeria Church Attack – October 18, 2022

News from this Week 8/24/22

Breaking World News

The following news is taken in whole or part from Worthy News Ministries.

Biden Pledges Nearly $3 Billion To Ukraine In Largest U.S. Military Aid Package Yet

U.S. President Joe Biden has announced nearly $3 billion in new U.S. military aid for Kyiv as Ukraine marked its independence day six months after Russia invaded the country.

US carries out airstrikes on Iran-backed forces in Syria

The US military on Tuesday carried out a series of airstrikes on Iran-backed forces in Syria, emphasizing these were conducted solely to protect American troops in the region and not to escalate tensions, the Washington Examiner reports.

UN General Assembly moves closer to adopting resolution declaring abortion a ‘human right’

Delegates at the United Nations General Assembly are finalizing negotiations on a resolution that would require all U.N. agencies to declare abortion a human right, reportedly due to pressure from the European Union and the Biden administration.

Latest World News Headlines

Drought inflicting ‘severe impacts’ on EU energy production, as Putin tightens squeeze on gas – August 23, 2022

Nuclear deal moves closer as US says Iran has ‘finally crossed the Rubicon’ – August 23, 2022

Iran suffers another blow as IRGC officer killed in Syria – August 23, 2022

Russia Blames Ukraine For Killing Putin Ally’s Daughter – August 22, 2022

US buys massive shipment of Ukrainian grain for poor countries, other rich countries must follow suit, says WFP chief – August 22, 2022

Ukraine Suspected Of Drone Attack In Crimea – August 22, 2022

Iran must answer to IAEA probe, US says – August 22, 2022

Breaking Israel News

Israeli warplanes entered Iranian airspace undetected

Israeli fighter planes have entered Iran’s airspace multiple times in recent months without being detected by either Iranian or Russian radar, the Jerusalem Post reports. The news that Israeli Air Force F-35 stealth planes had penetrated Iranian airspace in the last two months was reported by the Saudi media outlet Elaph.

Lavrov condemns ‘dangerous’ Israeli strikes in Syria, as relations with Russia sour

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Tuesday condemned “dangerous” Israeli missile strikes in Syria, underscoring the growing chill in Moscow-Jerusalem relations, which have been increasingly strained since Russia invaded Ukraine.

Latest Israel News Headlines

Gantz heads to US, vowing Israel will do ‘everything it can’ to sway Iran deal – August 23, 2022

Gantz cites parts of Jerusalem as ‘possible’ Palestinian capital – August 22, 2022

Hezbollah Attack on Israel Gas Field May Spark War With Lebanon, Israel’s Defense Head Warns – August 22, 2022

As deal looms, Lapid tells Macron Israel ‘will do everything’ to avert nuclear Iran – August 22, 2022

Breaking U.S. News

Biden announces cancellation of student debt

President Biden responded to pressure from progressives on Wednesday by canceling $10,000 in student debt for borrowers who earn less than $125,000 per year and $20,000 in debt for those who received Pell Grants.

California county saw 70% of criminal suspects released on $0 bail commit new crimes: DA

A California district attorney has found that more than 70% of criminal suspects released on $0 bail between 2020 and 2021 in his county committed new crimes.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

‘Once in a Thousand Years’: Dallas Deluged by Massive Rainfall, Flooding – August 23, 2022

Nearly 2 million students have left public schools since 2020: report – August 23, 2022

US new home sales plunge for sixth straight month to lowest level since 2016 – August 23, 2022

America’s Top Doctor Fauci Resigns After Controversies – August 22, 2022

Judge Reinhart formally rejects DOJ argument to keep Trump affidavit sealed, calls raid ‘unprecedented’ – August 22, 2022

Durham loses key prosecutor in case against source of anti-Trump dossier as trial looms – August 22, 2022

‘In God We Trust’: Texas Law Requiring Public Schools Display National Motto Draws Backlash – August 22, 2022

Breaking Christian News

Church in Afghanistan is growing amid harsh conditions

The house church movement in Afghanistan is slowly growing, despite a surrounding environment of brutal tribalism and Islamic extremist violence that forces evangelism and worship to be carried out in secret, Voice of the Martyrs (VOM) reports.

China: House churches raided, leaders taken away

Chinese authorities raided four house churches this month, taking their leaders away for questioning on false allegations, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.

Nigeria: Secular High Court upholds death penalty for blasphemy

In a move that has caused severe consternation among rights groups, the secular High Court in Nigeria’s Kano state has upheld a recent death sentence given by a Sharia court to a man accused of blasphemy, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports. Controversially, Kano is one of 12 northern Nigerian states whose legal system operates under both the secular Nigerian penal code and the Islamic Sharia law.

Latest Christian News Headlines

Young Children Of Late Deacon Killed In Sudan – August 24, 2022

DRC: 17 Christians murdered by Islamic State-affiliated terrorists – August 24, 2022

Pakistan: Couple escape to Europe after years on death row for blasphemy – August 24, 2022

Evangelist Burnt To Death In India – August 23, 2022

China: Evangelical pastor sentenced to imprisonment for holding worship services – August 23, 2022

31 United Methodist conservative churches want to leave denomination immediately over LGBTQ issues – August 23, 2022

Conservatives split from Australian Anglican church over LGBTQ issues – August 22, 2022

News from this Week-6/29/22

The following news is taken in whole or part from Worthy News Ministries.

Germany Jails 101-Year-Old For Holocaust Crimes

Prosecutors accused the 101-year-old pensioner of involvement in the murders of 3,518 prisoners at the Sachsenhausen camp between 1942 and 1945. Most of those killed were Jews, political prisoners, and other minorities persecuted by the German Nazis at the camp.

NATO expansion on course as Turkey OKs bids for Sweden, Finland

Turkey on Tuesday dropped its opposition to Sweden and Finland joining NATO, seemingly clearing the way for the two nations to enter the trans-Atlantic alliance and delivering a major boost to Western solidarity amid the Russia-Ukraine war.

Ukraine’s President Urges G7 To Help Him End War

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged the Group of Seven (G7) strongest economies to help him end the war against Russia by the end of the year. Zelensky spoke as Russia fired missiles at the capital Kyiv and other cities, killing and injuring many.

Latest World News Headlines

U.S. strike kills terror leader in Syria– June 27, 2022

NATO to dramatically increase forces on high alert to over 300,000 from 40,000 amid Russia threat – June 27, 2022

Russia defaults on foreign debt for first time since 1918 following sanctions – June 27, 2022

‘Russian Missile Strike Hits Ukraine Shopping Mall With 1,000 Inside’ – June 27, 2022

Russia Hit Ukraine’s Capital, Cities As G7 Gathers – June 27, 2022

Syrian, Russian paratroopers carry out drill in second joint exercise this month – June 26, 2022

U.K. Conservatives lose 2 elections in blow to Boris Johnson – June 26, 2022

Breaking Israel News

Israel, Arab States Seek Peace Expansion

Representatives from Israel, the United States, and Arab allies have discussed “expanding the circle of lasting peace” in the Middle East, officials confirmed.

Israel first in the world to pump desalinated water into natural lake

Israel is about to become the first country ever to pump desalinated water into a freshwater natural lake – the Sea of Galilee – to supply water for drinking and irrigation, the Times of Israel (TOI) reports.

Latest Israel News Headlines

World Bank Study: Israel’s advanced communication technology improves job opportunities and economy – June 28, 2022

US says progress made toward elusive Israel-Lebanon maritime border deal – June 27, 2022

Gantz: Israel is building a Middle East air defense alliance against Iran – June 27, 2022

WSJ: Israel, Arab nations held secret US talks on Iran – June 26, 2022

Breaking U.S. News

Abortions can resume in Texas after judge blocks pre-Roe v. Wade ban

Abortions can resume in Texas after a judge on Tuesday blocked officials from enforcing a nearly century-old ban the state’s Republican attorney general said was back in effect after the US Supreme Court overturned the constitutional right to the procedure nationwide.

50 Dead Migrants Found In Truck In Texas; 3 Detained

The death toll from one of the most fatal human smuggling incidents along the U.S.-Mexico border rose to 50, authorities said Tuesday.

Latest U.S. News Headlines

U.S. appeals court vacates federal vaccine mandate pending additional hearing – June 28, 2022

Reversal of Roe triggers spike in request for abortion pills – June 28, 2022

Judge says New York city can’t let noncitizens vote in city elections – June 27, 2022

Blue Exodus: More Than a Million Democrats Switch to Republican Party – June 27, 2022

Supreme Court Upholds Religious Rights, Vindicates Football Coach Who Was Fired for Praying – June 27, 2022

With tear gas, police disperse abortion protest at Arizona’s State Capitol – June 26, 2022

Downtown LA protests over SCOTUS abortion ruling enter 3rd day – June 26, 2022

Breaking Christian News

Egypt: Christian faces 5 years imprisonment for private social media content that allegedly insults Islam

A Christian man in Egypt is facing five years in prison after being convicted of having posted social media content considered to promote contempt for Islam, International Christian Concern (ICC) reports.

Pakistan: Christian man in prison for 4 years awaiting trial for blasphemy

A Christian man in Pakistan has been in prison for over four years after an Islamic extremist group accused him of insulting Muhammad in a Facebook post, Morning Star News (MSN) reports.

Latest Christian News Headlines

DRC: Jihadists murder 10 Christians; “We only live by God’s mercy” – June 27, 2022

Gunmen Kill 2nd Abducted Priest in Nigeria – June 27, 2022

Nigeria Gunmen Kill Prominent Priest – June 26, 2022

Christian massacres in Nigeria a top topic at global religious freedom summit – June 23, 2022

Ancient Christian relics found under historic church in Iraq – June 22, 2022

Sudan: Christian leaders arrested for singing worship songs – June 21, 2022

India: Hindu nationalist police severely beat up pastor – June 21, 2022